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bottleneck

[ˈbɑːtl.nek]

bottleneck Definition

  • 1a narrow part of something, such as a road or pipe, where the flow of traffic or movement is slowed or stopped
  • 2a point of congestion or blockage that slows down a process or system

Using bottleneck: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bottleneck" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The bottleneck on the highway caused a major traffic jam.

  • Example

    The company's production was slowed down by a bottleneck in the assembly line.

  • Example

    The bottleneck in the computer system caused the program to crash.

bottleneck Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bottleneck

Antonyms for bottleneck

  • clear path
  • open road

Idioms Using bottleneck

  • in a situation where progress is slow or blocked due to a narrow or congested passage

    Example

    The construction project was at a bottleneck due to a shortage of materials.

  • a style of blues music that features the use of a bottleneck or slide guitar

    Example

    He played bottleneck blues with a passion that moved the audience to tears.

  • bottlenecked up

    stuck or congested due to a bottleneck

    Example

    The traffic was bottlenecked up for miles due to an accident on the highway.

Phrases with bottleneck

  • a phenomenon in which a reduction in population size leads to a loss of genetic diversity, resulting in reduced adaptability and increased susceptibility to disease and environmental changes

    Example

    The bottleneck effect is a major concern for conservationists trying to protect endangered species.

  • a style of playing the guitar that involves using a bottleneck or slide to create a distinctive sound

    Example

    He played a bottleneck guitar solo that brought the audience to their feet.

  • a situation in which traffic is slowed or stopped due to a narrow or congested section of road

    Example

    The bottleneck traffic on the bridge caused a long delay for commuters.

Origins of bottleneck

from the earlier meaning 'a narrow-necked glass bottle' to describe a narrow passage in a road

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Summary: bottleneck in Brief

'Bottleneck' [ˈbɑːtl.nek] refers to a narrow part of something, such as a road or pipe, where the flow of traffic or movement is slowed or stopped. It can also refer to a point of congestion or blockage that slows down a process or system. Examples include 'The bottleneck on the highway caused a major traffic jam.' and 'The company's production was slowed down by a bottleneck in the assembly line.' 'Bottleneck' extends into phrases like 'bottleneck effect,' and idioms like 'at a bottleneck,' denoting a situation where progress is slow or blocked due to a narrow or congested passage.